Abdul Samad, Farheen Muhammad Aslam, Hiba Khan, Sheikh Maria Tabassum
Background: Play is an occupation that promote learning and socializing among children, physical play involves different gross motor skills and stimulate sensory processing specifically proprioception and vestibular. The objective of the study is to evaluate the impact of sensory based sports on sensory pattern of children and to discover the effect of sensory smart sports on proprioception and vestibular for behavior management. Methods: 62 Children with ASD mild to moderate were enrolled in the study from different rehab institutes from Karachi such as psyche care, learning hands and exceptional mind. The participants have definite and probable score at their proprioception and vestibular processing component at sensory profile with poor emotional and behavior regulation. They were involved in sensory smart sports for six months than reassessed on the same domain of sensory profile to check the behavior management. Results: Significant mean variance was obtained between the pre and post score range at proprioception and vestibular processing leading. Conclusion: Sensory integration therapy is always being use as therapeutic tool as one of the most effective intervention in management of Autism. The implementation of sensory integration ideation in sports through games culturally intact can be applied to developand sustain interest, focus and above all develop good behavior. Keywords: Sensory Integration Therapy, Autism, Proprioception, Vestibular, Behavior, Sensory Smart Sport.
{"title":"Effects of Sensory Integration to Manage Behavior Problems of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder","authors":"Abdul Samad, Farheen Muhammad Aslam, Hiba Khan, Sheikh Maria Tabassum","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/023","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/023","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Play is an occupation that promote learning and socializing among children, physical play involves different gross motor skills and stimulate sensory processing specifically proprioception and vestibular. The objective of the study is to evaluate the impact of sensory based sports on sensory pattern of children and to discover the effect of sensory smart sports on proprioception and vestibular for behavior management.\u0000\u0000Methods: 62 Children with ASD mild to moderate were enrolled in the study from different rehab institutes from Karachi such as psyche care, learning hands and exceptional mind. The participants have definite and probable score at their proprioception and vestibular processing component at sensory profile with poor emotional and behavior regulation. They were involved in sensory smart sports for six months than reassessed on the same domain of sensory profile to check the behavior management.\u0000\u0000Results: Significant mean variance was obtained between the pre and post score range at proprioception and vestibular processing leading.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: Sensory integration therapy is always being use as therapeutic tool as one of the most effective intervention in management of Autism. The implementation of sensory integration ideation in sports through games culturally intact can be applied to developand sustain interest, focus and above all develop good behavior.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Sensory Integration Therapy, Autism, Proprioception, Vestibular, Behavior, Sensory Smart Sport.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"57 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140485450","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dr. Ummar Gill, Dr. Rimsha Khizar, Dr. Aman Tariq, Dr. Iqra, Dr. Zahid Mehmood
Background: Limited studies that adequately explain the cause-and-effect relationships have linked mobile phone use to various health consequences. Several studies have examined how exposure to mobile phones may affect various symptoms. To find out an association between smartphone addiction and headaches among adults. Methods: In this cross-sectional survey, data was collected through a non-probability sampling technique from 400 adults of either gender aged between 18 to 35 years from Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Taxila. Data was collected via the Smartphone Addiction Scale Short Version (SAS-SV), Headache Disability Index (HDI) and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). The data were analyzed using the SPSS version 23. Results: There were 400 participants, n=187(46.8%) male and n= 213(53.3%) female, with mean age (23.20±4.41) years. The descriptive statistics of the study population were Functional HDI (21.10±11.62), Emotional HDI (19.99±12.47), HDI-Sum (41.09±22.90) and SAS-Sum (33.48±11.35). The correlation of smartphone addiction with pain (r=0.258, p=0.000), Functional HDI (r=0.349, p=0.000), Emotional HDI (r=0.364, p=0.000), and HDI-Sum (r=0.375,p=0.000) respectively. Conclusion: Headache due to smartphone addiction affects adults because of unrestricted usage of smartphones. Keywords: Headache, Pain, Smart Phones, Young Adults.
{"title":"The Association between Smartphone Addiction and Headache among Adults","authors":"Dr. Ummar Gill, Dr. Rimsha Khizar, Dr. Aman Tariq, Dr. Iqra, Dr. Zahid Mehmood","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/022","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/022","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Limited studies that adequately explain the cause-and-effect relationships have linked mobile phone use to various health consequences. Several studies have examined how exposure to mobile phones may affect various symptoms. To find out an association between smartphone addiction and headaches among adults.\u0000\u0000Methods: In this cross-sectional survey, data was collected through a non-probability sampling technique from 400 adults of either gender aged between 18 to 35 years from Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Taxila. Data was collected via the Smartphone Addiction Scale Short Version (SAS-SV), Headache Disability Index (HDI) and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). The data were analyzed using the SPSS version 23.\u0000\u0000Results: There were 400 participants, n=187(46.8%) male and n= 213(53.3%) female, with mean age (23.20±4.41) years. The descriptive statistics of the study population were Functional HDI (21.10±11.62), Emotional HDI (19.99±12.47), HDI-Sum (41.09±22.90) and SAS-Sum (33.48±11.35). The correlation of smartphone addiction with pain (r=0.258, p=0.000), Functional HDI (r=0.349, p=0.000), Emotional HDI (r=0.364, p=0.000), and HDI-Sum (r=0.375,p=0.000) respectively.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: Headache due to smartphone addiction affects adults because of unrestricted usage of smartphones.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Headache, Pain, Smart Phones, Young Adults.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"69 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140484155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: Hand function is vital since it is required for carrying out essential everyday tasks that call for accurate hand-to-object interactions. Alarmingly, the hands account for about 29% of all orthopedicinjuries treated in emergency rooms, highlighting the fragility of this body component. Methodology: Participants take part in routine five-day rehabilitation sessions throughout the three-month trial under the supervision of both physical and occupational therapists. The multidisciplinary team closely monitors development and modifies treatments in response to the changing requirements of participants. Results: A total number of n=60 participants, including n=33 males and n=27 females of mean age 42.4±2.5 years, were recruited in the study. The demographic characteristics of participants in each group revealed that the mean age of participants in Group-A was 41.24±3.4 years, inGroup-B was 42.6±2.2 years and in Group-C was 43.15±2.7years. Conclusion: The findings have highlighted that adequate results may be achieved by including functional activities in post-hand fracture rehabilitation programs. Such an all-encompassing strategy speeds up recovery and emphasizes the significance of personalized therapies for the best functional recovery. Keywords: Occupational therapy, Pain, Physical Therapy Techniques, Splints.
{"title":"Effects of Hand Function Rehabilitation Strategies in Fracture Recovery","authors":"Noor-us- Saba, Faraz Iqbal Tipu, Maimoona Abdul Jalil, Saleha Shakir, Mehvish Iqbal Azam","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/008","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Hand function is vital since it is required for carrying out essential everyday tasks that call for accurate hand-to-object interactions. Alarmingly, the hands account for about 29% of all orthopedicinjuries treated in emergency rooms, highlighting the fragility of this body component.\u0000\u0000Methodology: Participants take part in routine five-day rehabilitation sessions throughout the three-month trial under the supervision of both physical and occupational therapists. The multidisciplinary team closely monitors development and modifies treatments in response to the changing requirements of participants.\u0000\u0000Results: A total number of n=60 participants, including n=33 males and n=27 females of mean age 42.4±2.5 years, were recruited in the study. The demographic characteristics of participants in each group revealed that the mean age of participants in Group-A was 41.24±3.4 years, inGroup-B was 42.6±2.2 years and in Group-C was 43.15±2.7years.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: The findings have highlighted that adequate results may be achieved by including functional activities in post-hand fracture rehabilitation programs. Such an all-encompassing strategy speeds up recovery and emphasizes the significance of personalized therapies for the best functional recovery.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Occupational therapy, Pain, Physical Therapy Techniques, Splints.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"262 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140484935","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Highlighting the global prevalence of pediatric physical disabilities, particularly in Low- and Middle-Income Countries, this letter underscores the neglect and stigma faced by affected children. Emphasizing the inadequacies of traditional rehabilitation methods, it advocates for a paradigm shift towards play-based approaches. Integrating play into rehabilitative care is crucial for fostering positive neural plasticity and enhancing treatment adherence, especially in resource-constrained settings. This urgent call seeks to improve outcomes and promote a holistic approach to pediatric rehabilitation.
{"title":"Integrating Play-Based Approaches in Pediatric Rehabilitation-A High Time to Break Free From Traditional Methods","authors":"Maha Siddique","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/002","url":null,"abstract":"Highlighting the global prevalence of pediatric physical disabilities, particularly in Low- and Middle-Income Countries, this letter underscores the neglect and stigma faced by affected children. Emphasizing the inadequacies of traditional rehabilitation methods, it advocates for a paradigm shift towards play-based approaches. Integrating play into rehabilitative care is crucial for fostering positive neural plasticity and enhancing treatment adherence, especially in resource-constrained settings. This urgent call seeks to improve outcomes and promote a holistic approach to pediatric rehabilitation.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"50 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140480427","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: The lack of patient compliance with upper limb bracing results in delayed healing, progression of deformity, and sometimes even permanent disability. Common upper limb musculoskeletal disorders require bracing and physical therapy, but patient non-compliance with bracing is widespread. The study aims to identify the factors that result in non-compliance with upper limb bracing following physical therapy, thus affecting the patient’s recovery from injury. Methods: Across-sectional descriptive study ontotal of 300 patients between ages 20-50 was conducted at Centre of Benzair Bhutto Hospital. A self-designed questionnaire was used to evaluate the history and factors affecting patient compliance. Orthotic Prosthetic user survey form was used to assess non-compliance with the brace. Results: Out of a total of 300 patients,100 (33.3%) subjects correctly used the brace, 115 (38.33%) subjects did not use the brace, and 85 (28.33) subjects used the brace but did not use it as advised by the orthotist. Out of 115 non-users, 75 patients could not afford the brace, and 40 patients thought they were improving with physiotherapy, so there was no need to use the brace. The most common factors affecting patient compliance with bracing following physiotherapy are either the brace being uncomfortable (36.4%) or discomfort at night (18.8%). Conclusion: Patient’s compliance was reported following physiotherapy, though the participants were reluctant to use the brace due to highcost and discomfort. Efforts to decrease the cost of brace, and discomfort may be beneficial in increasing compliance with bracing treatment following physiotherapy. Keywords: Compliance, Non-Compliance, Orthotics, Orthoses Physiotherapy.
{"title":"Factors Affecting Patient Compliance with Upper Limb Bracing Following Physical Therapy","authors":"Hufsa Shehzad, Zia-Ur- Rehman, Shazia Asif","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/021","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/021","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The lack of patient compliance with upper limb bracing results in delayed healing, progression of deformity, and sometimes even permanent disability. Common upper limb musculoskeletal disorders require bracing and physical therapy, but patient non-compliance with bracing is widespread. The study aims to identify the factors that result in non-compliance with upper limb bracing following physical therapy, thus affecting the patient’s recovery from injury.\u0000\u0000Methods: Across-sectional descriptive study ontotal of 300 patients between ages 20-50 was conducted at Centre of Benzair Bhutto Hospital. A self-designed questionnaire was used to evaluate the history and factors affecting patient compliance. Orthotic Prosthetic user survey form was used to assess non-compliance with the brace.\u0000\u0000Results: Out of a total of 300 patients,100 (33.3%) subjects correctly used the brace, 115 (38.33%) subjects did not use the brace, and 85 (28.33) subjects used the brace but did not use it as advised by the orthotist. Out of 115 non-users, 75 patients could not afford the brace, and 40 patients thought they were improving with physiotherapy, so there was no need to use the brace. The most common factors affecting patient compliance with bracing following physiotherapy are either the brace being uncomfortable (36.4%) or discomfort at night (18.8%).\u0000\u0000Conclusion: Patient’s compliance was reported following physiotherapy, though the participants were reluctant to use the brace due to highcost and discomfort. Efforts to decrease the cost of brace, and discomfort may be beneficial in increasing compliance with bracing treatment following physiotherapy.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Compliance, Non-Compliance, Orthotics, Orthoses Physiotherapy.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"32 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140481846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tehseen Akhtar, Anam Amjad, Anum Zafar, Esha Khan, Hanan Azfar, Nimrah Humayoon
Background: Ischemicstroke leads to the development of hemiplegia in the affected arm in more than 80% of the first-ever stroke cases, which impedes upper limb skills in performing daily living activities. Thus, this study aimed to determine the efficacies of two therapeuticexercise regimes in improving hand function in hemiplegic stroke patients after 12weeks of intervention. Methods: A total of 80 hemiplegic stroke patients were recruited and randomized into Group-A (n=40) and B (n=40), respectively. Group -A received Task-Oriented Training (TOT), while B received resistance training. Results: The findings revealed that both exercises were significantly useful (p<0.05) in improving the upper limb function of hemiplegic stroke patients on FMA-UE, ARAT, and DASH outcome measures. Conclusion: It was concluded that both strength training and TOT were effective in improving upper limb function for patients with hemiplegic stroke across all outcome measures and thus showed improved recovery. Keywords: Exercises, Hemiparesis, Stroke, Upper Limb.
背景：缺血性脑卒中导致 80% 以上的首次脑卒中病例出现患臂偏瘫，这妨碍了日常生活活动中的上肢技能。因此，本研究旨在确定两种治疗运动方案在干预 12 周后对改善脑卒中偏瘫患者手部功能的疗效：方法：共招募了 80 名中风偏瘫患者，并将其随机分为 A 组（40 人）和 B 组（40 人）。A组接受以任务为导向的训练（TOT），B组接受阻力训练：结果：研究结果表明，两种训练对改善脑卒中偏瘫患者上肢功能的FMA-UE、ARAT和DASH结果均有显著作用（P<0.05）：结论：力量训练和TOT均能有效改善脑卒中偏瘫患者的上肢功能，从而改善康复效果：运动 偏瘫 中风 上肢
{"title":"Effects of Task-Oriented and Strength Training on Upper Limb Recovery in Hemiplegic Stroke Patients","authors":"Tehseen Akhtar, Anam Amjad, Anum Zafar, Esha Khan, Hanan Azfar, Nimrah Humayoon","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/005","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Ischemicstroke leads to the development of hemiplegia in the affected arm in more than 80% of the first-ever stroke cases, which impedes upper limb skills in performing daily living activities. Thus, this study aimed to determine the efficacies of two therapeuticexercise regimes in improving hand function in hemiplegic stroke patients after 12weeks of intervention.\u0000\u0000Methods: A total of 80 hemiplegic stroke patients were recruited and randomized into Group-A (n=40) and B (n=40), respectively. Group -A received Task-Oriented Training (TOT), while B received resistance training.\u0000\u0000Results: The findings revealed that both exercises were significantly useful (p<0.05) in improving the upper limb function of hemiplegic stroke patients on FMA-UE, ARAT, and DASH outcome measures.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: It was concluded that both strength training and TOT were effective in improving upper limb function for patients with hemiplegic stroke across all outcome measures and thus showed improved recovery.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Exercises, Hemiparesis, Stroke, Upper Limb.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"60 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140485874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mustafa Zaveri, Aqsa Faiz, Mubushara Afzal, Malik Osama
Background: The primary goals of Lumbar Stabilization Exercises (LSE) are to increase the muscles’ neuromuscular control, strength, and endurance, essential for dynamic trunk and spinal stability. Even though LSE is a highly successful treatment for lumbar instability and pain reduction, further research is necessary to fully understand its effects and maximize its use for a larger population. Methods: Patients aged between 40 and 60 years with symptoms of lower back pain were included in the study. The patients were chosen based on the diagnosis, symptoms, and clinical presentation, consistent with a radiologic diagnosis of spondylosis and spondylolisthesis. Exercise sessions gradually increased in duration, with a pressure biofeedback monitor ensuring ten accurate contractions held for 10 seconds each. Low-loadleverage through the limbs was introduced to progress the workouts. Results: The significant decrease in pain levels reflects the positive impact of stability exercises on the functional disability level of patients. The baseline mean disability level of 26.34 exhibited notable improvement, decreasing to 16.23 with a mean difference of 10.11. The statistical significance of this mean difference (p<0.05) provides compelling evidence to reject the null hypothesis,affirming the effectiveness of the intervention in positively influencing the disability level among the participants. Conclusion: The study’s findings highlight the beneficial effects of customized stabilization exercise programs on lumbar instability and persistent low back pain. The interventionshowed substantial improvements in functional impairment and pain reduction across participants, focusing on individualized graded lumbar stabilization exercises. Keywords: Exercise, Low Back Pain, Lumbar Region, Spondylosis.
{"title":"Effects of Tailored Stabilization Exercise Regimens on Lumbar Instability","authors":"Mustafa Zaveri, Aqsa Faiz, Mubushara Afzal, Malik Osama","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/014","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/014","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The primary goals of Lumbar Stabilization Exercises (LSE) are to increase the muscles’ neuromuscular control, strength, and endurance, essential for dynamic trunk and spinal stability. Even though LSE is a highly successful treatment for lumbar instability and pain reduction, further research is necessary to fully understand its effects and maximize its use for a larger population.\u0000\u0000Methods: Patients aged between 40 and 60 years with symptoms of lower back pain were included in the study. The patients were chosen based on the diagnosis, symptoms, and clinical presentation, consistent with a radiologic diagnosis of spondylosis and spondylolisthesis. Exercise sessions gradually increased in duration, with a pressure biofeedback monitor ensuring ten accurate contractions held for 10 seconds each. Low-loadleverage through the limbs was introduced to progress the workouts.\u0000\u0000Results: The significant decrease in pain levels reflects the positive impact of stability exercises on the functional disability level of patients. The baseline mean disability level of 26.34 exhibited notable improvement, decreasing to 16.23 with a mean difference of 10.11. The statistical significance of this mean difference (p<0.05) provides compelling evidence to reject the null hypothesis,affirming the effectiveness of the intervention in positively influencing the disability level among the participants.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: The study’s findings highlight the beneficial effects of customized stabilization exercise programs on lumbar instability and persistent low back pain. The interventionshowed substantial improvements in functional impairment and pain reduction across participants, focusing on individualized graded lumbar stabilization exercises.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Exercise, Low Back Pain, Lumbar Region, Spondylosis.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"80 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140484097","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: An unbalanced diet and reduced physical activity are the chief risk factors for many chronic diseases. University students are the most affected population due to changed patterns in daily routine. It is presumed that university students would have better knowledge regarding physical activities and healthy nutrition; however, more evidence is needed to demonstrate whether this knowledge is implemented. Hence, the primary purpose of this study is to examine the awareness and practices regarding nutritional status, habits, and physical activity among university students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between July 2023 and November 2023 on 82 university students using a convenience sampling method. A modified questionnaire was used to ask questions regarding nutritional status, habits, and physical activity. The data was analyzedusing SPSS 21.0. Results: A total of ninety students were provided with the questionnaire, out of which eight students partially filled the questionnaires. The total number of questionnaires examined was 82, which included n=35 (42.7%) males and n=47 (57.3%) females. Conclusion: The results disclosed that students had adequate knowledge regarding nutritional habits and the vitality of physical activity. However, that knowledge needed to be implemented in daily life practices. Keywords: Dietary Habits, Nutritional Status, Physical Activity, Young Adults.
{"title":"Awareness and Practices Regarding Nutritional Status, Habits and Physical Activity among Physical Education University Students - A Cross-Sectional Study","authors":"Ramsha Umar, Muhammad Abdullah Umar, Fabiha Umar","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/007","url":null,"abstract":"Background: An unbalanced diet and reduced physical activity are the chief risk factors for many chronic diseases. University students are the most affected population due to changed patterns in daily routine. It is presumed that university students would have better knowledge regarding physical activities and healthy nutrition; however, more evidence is needed to demonstrate whether this knowledge is implemented. Hence, the primary purpose of this study is to examine the awareness and practices regarding nutritional status, habits, and physical activity among university students.\u0000\u0000Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between July 2023 and November 2023 on 82 university students using a convenience sampling method. A modified questionnaire was used to ask questions regarding nutritional status, habits, and physical activity. The data was analyzedusing SPSS 21.0.\u0000\u0000Results: A total of ninety students were provided with the questionnaire, out of which eight students partially filled the questionnaires. The total number of questionnaires examined was 82, which included n=35 (42.7%) males and n=47 (57.3%) females.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: The results disclosed that students had adequate knowledge regarding nutritional habits and the vitality of physical activity. However, that knowledge needed to be implemented in daily life practices.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Dietary Habits, Nutritional Status, Physical Activity, Young Adults.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"63 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140483191","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: COVID-19 has been identified as a deadly pandemic, and the vaccine is framed to be the most effective solution. Evidence reveals that medical students are a reliable source of health information, such as vaccination. Therefore, this survey aimed to examine the Knowledge, Attitude and Perception (KAP) of COVID-19 vaccinations in physiotherapystudents of Pakistan. Methodology: This survey included 500 physiotherapy students from different provinces of Pakistan. Participants aged between 18 to 35 years who had internet access were included. The data was collected using an online Google questionnaire consisting of four sections (socio-demographic, knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions). Descriptive statistics for frequency and percentage were run using the SPSS software version 26. Results: The findings revealed that physiotherapy students have good knowledge of COVID-19 vaccinations, and 96.4% are sure about their effectiveness. Most respondents, i.e., 57%, have a positive attitude towards vaccine safety, and 69.6% believed that without vaccination, it is impossible to stop its spread. However, 64.2% perceived that COVID-19 vaccinations have side effects. Conclusion: The results suggest that the healthcare authorities should work on awareness regarding COVID-19 vaccinations so that the KAP can be improved and the disease can be eradicated. Keywords: Attitude, Knowledge, Physiotherapy, Vaccination.
{"title":"Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception of Covid-19 Vaccinations in Physiotherapy Students of Pakistan - A Cross-Sectional Survey","authors":"O. Anjum, Hajra Ameer Shaikh, Syeda Wajeeha Raza Zaidi, Rabeiya Tazeem","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/012","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/012","url":null,"abstract":"Background: COVID-19 has been identified as a deadly pandemic, and the vaccine is framed to be the most effective solution. Evidence reveals that medical students are a reliable source of health information, such as vaccination. Therefore, this survey aimed to examine the Knowledge, Attitude and Perception (KAP) of COVID-19 vaccinations in physiotherapystudents of Pakistan.\u0000\u0000Methodology: This survey included 500 physiotherapy students from different provinces of Pakistan. Participants aged between 18 to 35 years who had internet access were included. The data was collected using an online Google questionnaire consisting of four sections (socio-demographic, knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions). Descriptive statistics for frequency and percentage were run using the SPSS software version 26.\u0000\u0000Results: The findings revealed that physiotherapy students have good knowledge of COVID-19 vaccinations, and 96.4% are sure about their effectiveness. Most respondents, i.e., 57%, have a positive attitude towards vaccine safety, and 69.6% believed that without vaccination, it is impossible to stop its spread. However, 64.2% perceived that COVID-19 vaccinations have side effects.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: The results suggest that the healthcare authorities should work on awareness regarding COVID-19 vaccinations so that the KAP can be improved and the disease can be eradicated.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Attitude, Knowledge, Physiotherapy, Vaccination.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"146 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140481908","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disorder marked by degenerative changes in the neurological system that impair the brain’s basal ganglia's ability to function normally. By precisely comparing the fall risk between two groups—one doing workouts at home and the other under professional supervision—this study seeks to fill the information gap regarding the effects of PT-based intervention in improving balance and reducing the risk of falls among PD patients. Methods: Data was gathered from n=24 patients that were undergoing Physical therapy either at supervised clinical setup or getting supervised home based session (Domiciliary Physical Therapy services). Results: The values of TUG test for patients in clinical based group revealed that sum of square (SS)=45.08, df=3, F=3.57, Fcrit= 2.81, p=0.02. Similarly for patients in home based therapy session group the values were SS=10.39,df=3, F=0.606, F-Crit=2.81,p=0.61. Conclusion: In conclusion the outcomes of this study highlight the considerable benefit of home-based and clinical-based training treatments on people with PD, as measured by the TUG and BBS measures. Keywords: Balance,Parkinson Disease, Postural, Physical Therapy.
{"title":"A Longitudinal Study Investigating the Progression of Balance Impairment in Parkinson’s Disease Patients and Its Relationship to Fall","authors":"Faiza Rasheed, Aadil Omer, Aqsa Siddique, Shiza Rizwan, Zahra Batool, Zahid Mehmood","doi":"10.59564/amrj/02.01/020","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59564/amrj/02.01/020","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a disorder marked by degenerative changes in the neurological system that impair the brain’s basal ganglia's ability to function normally. By precisely comparing the fall risk between two groups—one doing workouts at home and the other under professional supervision—this study seeks to fill the information gap regarding the effects of PT-based intervention in improving balance and reducing the risk of falls among PD patients.\u0000\u0000Methods: Data was gathered from n=24 patients that were undergoing Physical therapy either at supervised clinical setup or getting supervised home based session (Domiciliary Physical Therapy services). \u0000\u0000Results: The values of TUG test for patients in clinical based group revealed that sum of square (SS)=45.08, df=3, F=3.57, Fcrit= 2.81, p=0.02. Similarly for patients in home based therapy session group the values were SS=10.39,df=3, F=0.606, F-Crit=2.81,p=0.61.\u0000\u0000Conclusion: In conclusion the outcomes of this study highlight the considerable benefit of home-based and clinical-based training treatments on people with PD, as measured by the TUG and BBS measures.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Balance,Parkinson Disease, Postural, Physical Therapy.","PeriodicalId":489035,"journal":{"name":"Allied Medical Research Journal","volume":"96 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140482286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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